
Mercator; The Merchant
'Mercator; The Merchant' Summary
The play opens with the elderly Demipho, who is smitten with Pasicompsa, a beautiful woman whom he believes is his son's new attendant. Unbeknownst to him, Pasicompsa is actually his son's mistress, who has been brought home under the guise of being a servant. To keep his amorous feelings a secret from his wife, Demipho arranges for Pasicompsa to be housed in his neighbor's home. However, this creates a chain reaction of comedic complications. The neighbor's wife returns unexpectedly, further adding to the chaos. Meanwhile, Demipho's son, Charinus, discovers Pasicompsa's whereabouts and is furious at his father's deception. The play unfolds with a series of witty exchanges, clever disguises, and mistaken identities. As the truth unravels, Demipho faces the consequences of his actions and his romantic pursuits. The play ultimately resolves with a series of revelations and reconciliations, highlighting the themes of love, family, and the comedic nature of misunderstandings.Book Details
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Titus Maccius Plautus
Roman
Titus Maccius Plautus commonly known as Plautus, was a Roman playwright of the Old Latin period. His comedies are the earliest Latin literary works to have survived in their entirety. He wrote Palliat...
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